Tuesday, April 28
Pre-Conference Events
7:00 a.m. - Registration & Information Open
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ECOAT Boot Camp 101 (optional with additional fee)
For those new to ecoat or who could use a refresher, this will help set the stage for the next two days of technical presentations and panel discussions. Start with the technology and equipment basics, and continue with the ECOAT Boot Camp 201 Learning String on Wednesday. Learn more
9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Golf Tournament (optional with additional fee)
5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Welcome Reception
Start the Conference off right by meeting and mingling with other attendees over cocktails and appetizers.
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Wednesday, April 29
Group Sessions and Panels
7:00 a.m. Registration & Information Open
7:30 a.m. Leadership Breakfast (optional with additional fee)
PFAS Regulatory Impact on the Coatings Industry
PFAS Regulatory Impact on the Coatings Industry
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8:00 a.m. Group Breakfast
9:00 a.m. - Opening Comments & Keynote Presentation
10 Years Later - What Has Changed and What Does Change Look Like in the Future?
10 Years Later - What Has Changed and What Does Change Look Like in the Future?
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10:15 a.m. - Break
10:45 a.m. Panel Discussion: Considerations When Increasing Production
Moderator: Gary Orosz, PPG
Panelists: Joe Whitesell, BASF; Brad Andreae, Therma-Tron-X; David George, Henkel; David Myers, Modine Manufacturing;
Scott Yaeger, FAST International; Bert Stocker, Controlled Power Company
Topics: Paint, Pretreatment, Systems, End User/Operations, UF/Anodes, Recifiers
Panelists: Joe Whitesell, BASF; Brad Andreae, Therma-Tron-X; David George, Henkel; David Myers, Modine Manufacturing;
Scott Yaeger, FAST International; Bert Stocker, Controlled Power Company
Topics: Paint, Pretreatment, Systems, End User/Operations, UF/Anodes, Recifiers
12:00 p.m. Industry Awards Banquet
Recognizing the industry contributions of dedicated individuals is an ECOAT tradition. Enjoy a formal, plated lunch and help us honor the 2020 George E. F. Brewer Award and End-User Participation recipients. Awards from the Golf Outing will also be presented.
Learning Stations: 1:30 - 5:20 p.m.
Sessions run concurrently, with a 10-minute break between each. Select a Learning Station tab to access session titles and links to complete details.
Sessions run concurrently, with a 10-minute break between each. Select a Learning Station tab to access session titles and links to complete details.
1:30 p.m. Best Practices for Ecoat Paint Ultrafiltration Systems
Frederick Hess, UFS Corporation
This talk will focus on design and operational best practices for ecoat ultrafiltration systems. Learn more
This talk will focus on design and operational best practices for ecoat ultrafiltration systems. Learn more
2:10 p.m. Total Cost of Performance - Ultrafiltration Measurement Beyond Rejection Rate
Ben Weaver, Solecta
A complete cost of use concept and practical examples to assist with maximizing element ROI will be presented. Learn more
A complete cost of use concept and practical examples to assist with maximizing element ROI will be presented. Learn more
2:50 p.m. EDRO - Maximizing ED Paint Recovery, Saving Water and Optimizing Energy
Nilesh Baraskar, JMX Works and Prasanna Venkataraman, Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd.
Learn how to improve ecoat paint recovery and film quality, reduce scrap and save on energy costs. Learn more
Learn how to improve ecoat paint recovery and film quality, reduce scrap and save on energy costs. Learn more
3:30 p.m. Water Recovery and Reuse in Electrocoat Paint Process
Scott Yaeger and Kirsten Kulik, FAST International
Water and Waste treatment costs in the Electrocoat paint process continues to rise as the cost of city water increase and water scarcity becomes more of an issue. This paper will provide options of Membrane Distillation and Spiral Tangential Flow membranes to recover and reuse RO Reject water and post rinse water therefore reducing overall city water usage and waste treatment. Learn more
Water and Waste treatment costs in the Electrocoat paint process continues to rise as the cost of city water increase and water scarcity becomes more of an issue. This paper will provide options of Membrane Distillation and Spiral Tangential Flow membranes to recover and reuse RO Reject water and post rinse water therefore reducing overall city water usage and waste treatment. Learn more
4:10 p.m. Improving Rinse Fluids Through Filtration - Two Case Studies
Rebecca Lucht, 3M SPSD
Two AOEMs in the continental US reduced filtration use and saved water using newly applied filtration means. Both circumstances are novel in the application of large format filtration and hollow fiber systems. Learn more
Two AOEMs in the continental US reduced filtration use and saved water using newly applied filtration means. Both circumstances are novel in the application of large format filtration and hollow fiber systems. Learn more
4:50 p.m. Innovative Membrane Solutions for the Automotive Industry
Mark Rizzone, Koch Separation Solutions
Learn what membrane solutions are, how they work and how innovation in the membrane filtration industry can be applied to cost-effectively meet end user needs in electrocoat, pretreatment, water and wastewater treatment. Learn more
Learn what membrane solutions are, how they work and how innovation in the membrane filtration industry can be applied to cost-effectively meet end user needs in electrocoat, pretreatment, water and wastewater treatment. Learn more
1:30 p.m. Not All Exports Are Created Equal: An Examination of Export Demand as Told by U.S. Finishers
Michael Guckes, Gardner Intelligence
Review how domestic and foreign demand within the finishing industry have been changing in light of the business cycle and new tariff rules; who is best weathering the current economic environment? Learn more
Review how domestic and foreign demand within the finishing industry have been changing in light of the business cycle and new tariff rules; who is best weathering the current economic environment? Learn more
2:10 p.m. What Are You Doing with Your Maintenance Today to Prepare for Industry 4.0 Tomorrow?
Ben Hill, Brose
Align with the impact of Industry 4.0 by exploring various maintenance concepts and questions you should be asking yourself. Learn more
Align with the impact of Industry 4.0 by exploring various maintenance concepts and questions you should be asking yourself. Learn more
2:50 p.m. Applied Costs of Electrocoating
Michael Walsh, PPG Coatings Services
This is an updated discussion of The Electrocoat Association's "Applied Costs of Electrocoating; Considerations and Calculations" brochure. Specific examples will be examined. Learn more
This is an updated discussion of The Electrocoat Association's "Applied Costs of Electrocoating; Considerations and Calculations" brochure. Specific examples will be examined. Learn more
3:30 p.m. Labor Efficiency on an Ecoat Line
Chuck Gault, Max Coating, Inc.
Labor rates are measured by most ecoat operations. But is there a better way to track labor efficiency? Learn how Max Coating uses a Labor Efficiency Ratio (LER) to better understand what's happening on the shop floor and what really drives profitability. Learn more
Labor rates are measured by most ecoat operations. But is there a better way to track labor efficiency? Learn how Max Coating uses a Labor Efficiency Ratio (LER) to better understand what's happening on the shop floor and what really drives profitability. Learn more
4:10 p.m. I Want to Ecoat, Now What?
Suresh Patel, Chemetall Mexicana at Chemetall US, Inc.
Robert Schiller, BASF
Ron Cudzilo, George Koch Sons, LLC
Learn about assembling the appropriate team of suppliers and choosing the appropriate pretreatment chemistries and ecoat to a achieve your desired performance. Learn more
Robert Schiller, BASF
Ron Cudzilo, George Koch Sons, LLC
Learn about assembling the appropriate team of suppliers and choosing the appropriate pretreatment chemistries and ecoat to a achieve your desired performance. Learn more
1:30 p.m. Process Control
Dan Rose, Axalta Coating Systems
Monitoring operating parameter changes, which parameters to watch, and what can happen if you don't. Learn more
Monitoring operating parameter changes, which parameters to watch, and what can happen if you don't. Learn more
2:25 p.m. Testing
David Miga, BASF
Learn about performance criteria in testing as well as various testing methods. Learn more
Learn about performance criteria in testing as well as various testing methods. Learn more
3:20 p.m. Preventive Maintenance
Jonathan Quick, BASF
Basic preventive measures involving equipment and system components; keeping bacteria at bay. Learn more
Basic preventive measures involving equipment and system components; keeping bacteria at bay. Learn more
4:30 p.m. Process Contamination
5:30 p.m. Exhibit Night
After a long day of learning, it's time to kick back with industry suppliers in a no-pressure, fun atmosphere. Discuss your product and process issues with sales professionals who have the knowledge and tools to improve your system or help you evaluate a new one. Enjoy food and beverages amongst decorated salons and tabletops...you might even be treated to some themed entertainment. This supplier-hosted evening is an attendee favorite and sets ECOAT apart from other conferences.
After a long day of learning, it's time to kick back with industry suppliers in a no-pressure, fun atmosphere. Discuss your product and process issues with sales professionals who have the knowledge and tools to improve your system or help you evaluate a new one. Enjoy food and beverages amongst decorated salons and tabletops...you might even be treated to some themed entertainment. This supplier-hosted evening is an attendee favorite and sets ECOAT apart from other conferences.
Thursday, April 30
Group Sessions & Panels
7:30 a.m. - Registration & Information Open
8:00 a.m. - Group Breakfast
8:30 a.m. Opening Comments & Keynote Presentation
Transformation is the Only Thing that is Constant
Transformation is the Only Thing that is Constant
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9:30 a.m. - Break
10:00 a.m. Panel Discussion: Preventive Maintenance / Troubleshooting for Your Ecoat Line
Moderator: Ken Kaluzny, Coral Chemical
Panelists: Joe Subda, Axalta Coating Systems; Darrel Uhde, George Koch Sons; Suresh Patel, Chemetall U.S.; Frederick Hess, UFS Corporation; Michael Ratliff, PPG Coatings Services; Jeff Yeh, Synder Filtration
Panelists: Joe Subda, Axalta Coating Systems; Darrel Uhde, George Koch Sons; Suresh Patel, Chemetall U.S.; Frederick Hess, UFS Corporation; Michael Ratliff, PPG Coatings Services; Jeff Yeh, Synder Filtration
11:30 a.m. Group Lunch
Learning Stations: 12:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Sessions run concurrently, with a 10-minute break between each. Select a Learning Station tab to access session titles and links to complete details.
Sessions run concurrently, with a 10-minute break between each. Select a Learning Station tab to access session titles and links to complete details.
12:30 p.m. Electrocoat Oven - the Final Frontier
Joe Subda, Axalta Coating Systems and Chad Andreae, Therma-Tron-X, Inc.
The chemistry behind electrocoat cure and the facilties needed to achive optimal cure. Learn more
The chemistry behind electrocoat cure and the facilties needed to achive optimal cure. Learn more
1:30 p.m. Pretreatment and Ecoat Control System - Making Better Parts, Having Complete Control
Josh Yeary, Calvary Industries
CAL EYE 2.0 is a fully customizable control and data aquisition system for all washer parameters. Depending on the user's needs, the system can monitor, record, and control chemistry levels, but also any washer or ecoat system parameter. When hooked to a VPN, the system can operate fully remote. Learn more
CAL EYE 2.0 is a fully customizable control and data aquisition system for all washer parameters. Depending on the user's needs, the system can monitor, record, and control chemistry levels, but also any washer or ecoat system parameter. When hooked to a VPN, the system can operate fully remote. Learn more
2:10 p.m. Rectifier Basics, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
John Bougneit, JP Tech, Inc.
Learn how rectifiers are used in electrocoating, proper maintenance techniques and tools, and how to quickly troubleshoot problems. Tank connections and safety will also be discussed. Learn more
Learn how rectifiers are used in electrocoating, proper maintenance techniques and tools, and how to quickly troubleshoot problems. Tank connections and safety will also be discussed. Learn more
2:50 p.m. Part Design and Racking Efficiency
Isaiah Haley, Production Plus-Magic Rack
Inefficient racking often leads to wasted space in an ecoat system, costing both valuable time and money. In any ecoat system, maximizing density and utilizing all available space through rack design can increase output and lower overhead costs.
Learn more
Inefficient racking often leads to wasted space in an ecoat system, costing both valuable time and money. In any ecoat system, maximizing density and utilizing all available space through rack design can increase output and lower overhead costs.
Learn more
3:30 p.m. Wastewater Treatment Using BPT/BAT
Miguel Rodas, Industrial Waste Management Div., Bureau of Sanitation & Environment, City of Los Angeles
The best practical technology (BPT) and best available technology (BAT) concepts were used by the EPA to come with effluent limitations for metal finishers. Attendees will learn the basic wastewater treatment technology applying these concepts. They will be able to assess their current pretreatment system (PTS), revise and make changes accordingly. Learn more
The best practical technology (BPT) and best available technology (BAT) concepts were used by the EPA to come with effluent limitations for metal finishers. Attendees will learn the basic wastewater treatment technology applying these concepts. They will be able to assess their current pretreatment system (PTS), revise and make changes accordingly. Learn more
12:30 p.m. Fundamentals of Corrosion and Electrocoat Troubleshooting
Andrea Gray and Thomas Muellauer, PPG
Review the mechanism of corrosion and the types that can occur. Troubleshoot reasons why an electrocoat may not be performing as advertised. Learn more
Review the mechanism of corrosion and the types that can occur. Troubleshoot reasons why an electrocoat may not be performing as advertised. Learn more
1:30 p.m. Corrosion Test Methods
Donald Whitt, Axalta Coating Systems
This presentation focuses on corrosion test methodology. It includes a review of current industry methods, where they are best applied and when they can lead to erroneous results. Learn more
This presentation focuses on corrosion test methodology. It includes a review of current industry methods, where they are best applied and when they can lead to erroneous results. Learn more
2:10 p.m. Advantages of Hyper Nucleating Zinc Phosphate Systems Over Traditional Titanium-Based Zinc Phosphate Systems
Brian Anderson, PPG
Learn the differences between traditional titanium-based rinse conditioners and newer zinc-based rinse conditioners, along with the many advantages of the technology and reasons to switch. Learn more
Learn the differences between traditional titanium-based rinse conditioners and newer zinc-based rinse conditioners, along with the many advantages of the technology and reasons to switch. Learn more
2:50 p.m. Traditional Zinc Phosphate vs. Zirconium Pretreatment on All Aluminum Processing Systems
3:30 p.m. Light-Weighting Challenge - Increased Corrosion Protection (Pretreatment on Weld Areas)
Mike Kripl and David George, Henkel
Learn about Henkel's approach to pretreating weld areas including on welds, away from welds and heat affected zones. Great pretreatment results in great ecoat adhesion and great corrosion protection. Learn more
Learn about Henkel's approach to pretreating weld areas including on welds, away from welds and heat affected zones. Great pretreatment results in great ecoat adhesion and great corrosion protection. Learn more
12:30 p.m. Implementation of a Combined Heat and Power System at a Midwest Electrocoater
David Whitaker, Bethel Engineering and Equipment
This presentation will describe the process of integrating a Combined Heat and Power (CHP) system into a new or existing electrocoat facility, starting with the planning and design phase through construction and bringing the system online. Feedback on results and efficiency improvements will also be shared. Learn more
This presentation will describe the process of integrating a Combined Heat and Power (CHP) system into a new or existing electrocoat facility, starting with the planning and design phase through construction and bringing the system online. Feedback on results and efficiency improvements will also be shared. Learn more
1:10 p.m. How Else You Gonna Paint It? (The Necessary Evil of Custom Masking for Ecoat)
Keith Bice, Hi-Tech Flexible Products, Inc.
A visual "Show and Tell" of complicated parts successfully custom masked for ecoat. Learn more
A visual "Show and Tell" of complicated parts successfully custom masked for ecoat. Learn more
1:50 p.m. Constant Current Application Techniques to Improve Throwpower on ZrO Substrates
Ed Evans, Axalta Coating Systems
The use of constant current measurements of future electrocoat formulations to help uniform deposition on zirconium oxide substrates. Learn more
The use of constant current measurements of future electrocoat formulations to help uniform deposition on zirconium oxide substrates. Learn more
2:30 p.m. The Use of Electromagnetics to Remove Weld Balls from Ecoat Process Streams
Mark Milhous and Scott Ray, Milhous Company
Electromagnetic Fluid Filtration (EMF) has been used in various industries for decades to remove iron particles from process streams. Recently the Milhous Company's EMF has been explored, tested and accepted as a viable method within the multilevel filtration process of ecoat systems. Learn more
Electromagnetic Fluid Filtration (EMF) has been used in various industries for decades to remove iron particles from process streams. Recently the Milhous Company's EMF has been explored, tested and accepted as a viable method within the multilevel filtration process of ecoat systems. Learn more
3:10 p.m. Anaerobic and Aerobic Bacteria in Electrocoat Systems
David Miga, BASF
Bacteria continues to be a growing concern in electrocoat systems. It's important to be able to distinguish anaerobic from aerobic bacterial outbreaks as well as understand the challenges they present and how to eliminate a contamination. Learn more
Bacteria continues to be a growing concern in electrocoat systems. It's important to be able to distinguish anaerobic from aerobic bacterial outbreaks as well as understand the challenges they present and how to eliminate a contamination. Learn more
Group Keynote Presentation & Closing Comments
4:15 p.m. Say What? Effective Communication Styles When Working With Millennials
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